Herbs
Whether just starting out, looking for growing info, or need help identifying edible herbs, you’ve come to the right place. There are a number of herbs that can be grown in the garden—some for medicinal reasons, some for aesthetic reasons, and others being common herbs you can eat, cook with or use in teas. Learning how to grow herbs is easy, and with the right know how, identifying edible herbs will become second nature. So whatever the reason, we can help with all your herb growing needs.
Herbs
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What Is Magical Michael Basil – How To Grow Magical Michael Basil Plants
Magical Michael basil has an attractive appearance and makes a showy plant for decorative pots and front home displays. Learn about it here.
By Laura Miller
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Verbena Tea Information: Learn About Growing Lemon Verbena For Tea
Lemon verbena really does have an authentic lemon twang, flavor, and fragrance. Interested? Click this article to find out about making tea from verbena, growing lemon verbena herbs for tea, and other helpful verbena tea information.
By Amy Grant
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Lemon Verbena Pruning Time: When To Prune Lemon Verbena Plants
Lemon verbena is a shrubby herb that grows like crazy with very little help. However, cutting back lemon verbena every so often keeps the plant neat and prevents a leggy, spindly appearance. Not sure how to prune lemon verbena? This article will help.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Tips For Growing Lemon Verbena Herb In The Garden
The lemon verbena herb is an aromatic shrub, its leaves holding their fragrance even after dried for years. Read here to learn more.
By Kathee Mierzejewski
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Steps For Harvesting Lemongrass
While lemongrass is easy to grow and care for, some people are not sure about when or how to go about picking lemongrass. This article can help with that so you can harvest lemongrass with confidence.
By Nikki Tilley
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Lettuce Leaf Basil Info: Growing Lettuce Leaf Basil Plants
The basil variety, ‘Lettuce Leaf’ originated in Japan and is notable, as the name suggests, for its enormous leaf size, giving the basil devotee more than ample amounts of the sweet herb. Learn some tips on growing, caring for, and using this basil here.
By Amy Grant
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Growing Lemongrass Indoors: Tips On Planting Lemongrass In Pots
You can grow lemongrass from the stalks you buy in the grocery store. Click on this article to learn about care for indoor lemongrass plants and how to grow lemongrass indoors. Once you try your hand at growing this plant, you won't need to buy it again.
By Liz Baessler
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DIY Lemongrass Tea: How To Make Lemongrass Tea
Making lemongrass tea is easy. Click this article for a quick DIY lemongrass tea that will wake you up with zingy goodness.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Lemon Balm Control: Tips For Getting Rid Of Lemon Balm Weeds
It's hard to imagine that such a lovely plant could cause so many problems, but this member of the mint family is super-prolific and can wear out its welcome in a hurry. Read this article for tips on controlling lemon balm.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Immortality Herb Care: Tips For Growing Jiaogulan Herbs At Home
Native to the mountainous regions of Asia, the immortality herb plant is also known as the sweet tea vine. Interested in learning how to grow Jiaogulan? Click on the following article for more information to help get you started.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Lovage Plant Illness: How To Manage Diseases Of Lovage Plants
Lovage is popular as an ingredient in southern European cuisine. Because gardeners who grow it depend upon it for cooking, it's especially sad to see it showing signs of disease. Click here to learn more about problems affecting lovage and how to treat them.
By Liz Baessler
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Dandelion Seed Growing: How To Grow Dandelion Seeds
Did you know that the leaves, flowers, and roots of dandelion are edible or that the dandelion has purported medicinal properties? Bees and other pollinators also rely on them. So, what are you waiting for? Find out how to grow dandelion seeds here.
By Shelley Pierce
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What Is Pipicha – Learn How To Grow Pepicha In The Garden
If you like the flavor of cilantro, you're going to love pipicha. Often used in Mexican cuisine, pipicha is an herb with the robust flavors of lemon and anise. If you're as intrigued as I am, then you want to know how to grow pipicha. Find out here.
By Amy Grant
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Tips For Keeping Verbena Inside – How To Grow Lemon Verbena Indoors
Lemon verbena is an often overlooked herb, but it shouldn't be. With the right knowledge about growing lemon verbena as a houseplant, you can enjoy the beautiful fragrance and delicious, refreshing taste throughout the year. Learn more in this article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Can Ginger Grow Outside – Ginger Cold Hardiness And Site Requirements
Once an exotic herb is grown only in tropical locations, today homeowners all over the world can grow their own ginger in the garden. Click the following article to learn more about growing ginger outdoors along with their outdoor requirements.
By Darcy Larum
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How To Dry Chamomile Plants – Tips For Drying Chamomile Flowers
Chamomile, unlike other herbs, is harvested just for its lovely, daisy-like flowers, which are then preserved. Chamomile preservation basically means drying the chamomile flowers. There are four chamomile drying techniques. Click here to find out how to dry chamomile.
By Amy Grant
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Indoor Lemon Balm Care – Tips For Growing Lemon Balm Indoors
Lemon balm as a houseplant offers a beautiful lemony aroma, a tasty addition to foods and drinks, and a pretty potted plant for a sunny window ledge. Knowing what this herb needs will allow you to grow it indoors, year-round. Learn more in this article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis